Sustainability
Should we be avoiding it?
Young people across the world are missing a day of school and college to protest global warming.
What's not to like? 🍽️
Zero-waste may seem like a extraordinary and difficult challenge but once you get going you’ll realise that the long-term benefits are worth any struggles
Talking to your child about who made your clothes is as important as questioning what they are made from
The UK’s charity retailers have reported a surge in clothing donations, thanks to people being inspired by the Marie Kondo series “Tidying Up.” If you’re inspired to “Spark Joy” by clearing out your wardrobe, here are five things you can do with your old clothes.
They all add up 🌎
As the UK wakes up to the damage single-use plastic is wreaking on our planet, it seems even the most unexpected of everyday British joys are to blame, such as the humble cup of tea. This is because a number of the UK’s most popular tea bag brands use polypropylene, a sealing plastic, to fasten the tea bags and ensure that they hold their shape. While some companies are trying to change their ways, the road to plastic-free is proving to be a bumpy one.
While these stark warnings are terrifying, they are well informed and reiterate the need for a concerted, global effort to establish more sustainable ways of living.
About Sustainability
HuffPost UK Sustainability looks at the sustainable solutions and innovations provided by companies and people around the world, cutting across communities, the environment and economies. Science and technology play a huge role in seeking change, which are addressed in this section. It also identifies the areas that urgently need sustainable options, uniting blogs and features to create a cohesive picture of what a sustainable future could look like, and championing what already works.